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AP08 UJU

2008 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,220 mi
Last recorded127,220 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Espace88,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 UJU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 127,220 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 127,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 125,292 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 123,673 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 122,008 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 119,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 115,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 110,701 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 103,003 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 103,002 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 100,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 94,334 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 84,731 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 73,876 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 62,100 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,280 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 35,624 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Espace?

Based on 469,246 MOT tests across 52,820 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,944
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
52,820
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,838
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,467
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,870
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13,628
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AP08 UJU is a 2008 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 88,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 UJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Espace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP08 UJU registered?

AP08 UJU is a 2008 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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The MOT history for AP08 UJU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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